Public Interest Litigation

Civics ⇒ Citizenship and Rights

Public Interest Litigation starts at 9 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Public Interest Litigation. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.

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Describe one example where PIL has led to a significant change in Indian society.

Describe the process of filing a PIL in the High Court.

Describe the role of media in promoting PILs.

Explain how PIL has helped in environmental protection in India.

Explain one way in which courts prevent the misuse of PIL.

Explain the impact of PIL on government accountability.

Explain the role of the judiciary in the context of PIL.

Explain why courts sometimes reject PILs at the initial stage.

Explain why PIL is considered an important tool for social justice in India.

What does the term 'Public Interest Litigation' (PIL) mean?

What is the main advantage of PIL for common people?

What is the main difference between a PIL and an ordinary lawsuit?